Description

Pitava 2 mg Tablet is used to reduce the levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It is also used to prevent long-term cardiovascular risks such as strokes and heart attacks. Patients are advised to follow a strict diet and exercise regimen along with this medicine for the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Pitava 2 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Hyperlipidemia

Pitava 2 mg Tablet is used to reduce the abnormally increased cholesterol levels in the blood.

Dyslipidemia

Pitava 2 mg Tablet is used to reduce high levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It also increases the blood levels of HDL.

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pitava 2 mg Tablet

Constipationsevere

Diarrheasevere

Back painsevere

Pain in the arms and legssevere

Runny Nose

Feversevere

Rash

Redness of skin

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Pitava 2 mg Tablet

Onset of action

The time required for this medicine to show its action is about 2 to 4 weeks.

Duration of effect

The time until which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Pitava 2 mg Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pitava 2 mg Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Pitava 2 mg Tablet

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to pitavastatin.

Liver Disease

Pitava 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with active liver diseases or unexplained, persistent elevations in serum transaminases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

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Dosage

Missed Dose

If a dose of Pitava 2 mg Tablet is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

severe

Pitava 2 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with active liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. It should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of liver diseases. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be done based on the patient's clinical condition.

Rhabdomyolysis

severe

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of any muscle disorder due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Any symptoms of muscle pain or weakness should be reported to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Pitava 2 mg Tablet should be taken exactly as instructed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. The quantity consumed should not be greater or lesser than the prescribed one. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Report any adverse effects to the doctor immediately.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Breast-feeding

- This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Increased fasting serum glucose levels

- Pitava 2 mg Tablet may cause an increase in the blood glucose levels. This risk is especially higher in patients with diabetes. Close monitoring of blood glucose is recommended in patients receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments in either Pitava 2 mg Tablet or the anti-diabetic medicines should be done based on the patient's clinical condition.

Heavy alcohol consumption

- Heavy alcohol consumption is contraindicated during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the kidney and liver.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Pitava 2 mg Tablet works by slowing down the production of cholesterol. It also helps in decreasing the blood levels of bad cholesterol.

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We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practo only provides reference source for common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. The absence of a warning for any drug or combination thereof, should not be assumed to indicate that the drug or combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. Practo does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided above. If you have any doubts about your medication then we strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider. See detailed T&Chere.